2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 990 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | SRX | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
